In a quiet residential area, just steps from boutiques, galleries, great little places to eat and Boston Center for the Arts. Back Bay T stop is five minutes away.

Style/character

9/10

A typical 19th-century Boston townhouse, stylishly-furnished with pictures and books that reflect the owners’ backgrounds in architecture and the theatre.

Service

9/10

Reinhold Mahler and David Miller like nothing better than helping guests get the best out of Boston. They know it all: restaurants, shops, attractions – even a handy dry cleaner.

Rooms

9/10

The four rooms are named for theatrical greats: Albee, Bernstein, Sondheim and Robbins. Edward Albee has even stayed in ‘his’ room. All are modern, comfy and individually decorated – with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi and DVD player.

Food & drink

9/10

Thanks to Reinhold’s German roots, the continental breakfast offers satisfying bread and pastries, as well as cereals, muffins, yoghurts and fruit.

Value for money

9/10

Double rooms from £100, including breakfast and Wi-Fi. Standards are high, so you get a lot for your money. Expect a two-night minimum stay on weekends and in high season.

Access for guests with disabilities?

Not suitable. This is a 19th-century building with steep steps, no lift.